How to Have a Long and Healthy Marriage;10 Advices from Older People
“In sickness and in health, in richness and poor“ – the vows we give when we get married, it takes more than vows for a healthy marriage. You need to join forces with your partner and put a little effort to have and maintain a good relationship.
These people have been married for decades and have some advices on how to have a long and healthy marriage. Take a look of what they’ve said:
1. Start your day with small things that make you happy:
“Do something that makes your partner happy as soon as you wake up in the morning. It will keep her happy all day long”.- Antoan, 81 years old.
2. Being close does not mean you’re connected:
“You really need to put effort in your relationship. Listen to her and understand her words. Always share your thoughts with her.”- Ruben, 72 years old.
3. Don’t worry about the wrinkles:
“When you really love someone, you won’t even notice him or her aging.”- Alfredo,77 years old.
4. Number 17:
“It’s about arguments. If you have been arguing 16 times, you’ll just give up the 17th Just back off, it will be good for your relationship to back off sometimes.”- Ralph, 70 years old.
5. Nurture your friendship:
“Friendship is the only thing that will keep your relationship going. Nurture the friendship you have with your partner, friendship will keep your relationship alive”. – Lidia, 73 years old.
6. Surround yourself with happy couples:
“Happy people, happy life-it’s that simple. When you’re constantly hanging around with people complaining about their marriage , you’ll start having bad thoughts about your marriage too,”- Jeremy, 80 years old.
7. Repeat their questions:
“Repeat their questions to be sure that you understood what your loved one has asked you. This way you’ll avoid a lot of arguments caused by misunderstanding.”- Lusia, 75 years old.
8. Help around the household:
“It doesn’t matter whose turn is it to wash the dishes. If you find that easy, wash them yourself. This way you’ll create a pleasant atmosphere and your partner will be grateful”.- Dilan, 84 years old.
9. Take a break:
“If you feel like the argument is going out of control, take a break. It’s better to calm down rather than saying things you don’t mean.”- Chan, 75 years old.
10. You must always learn:
“Always be open to trying and learning new things. Marriage is a process of learning all sorts of things”.- Samantha, 80 years old.
These people have been married for decades and have some advices on how to have a long and healthy marriage. Take a look of what they’ve said:
1. Start your day with small things that make you happy:
“Do something that makes your partner happy as soon as you wake up in the morning. It will keep her happy all day long”.- Antoan, 81 years old.
2. Being close does not mean you’re connected:
“You really need to put effort in your relationship. Listen to her and understand her words. Always share your thoughts with her.”- Ruben, 72 years old.
3. Don’t worry about the wrinkles:
“When you really love someone, you won’t even notice him or her aging.”- Alfredo,77 years old.
4. Number 17:
“It’s about arguments. If you have been arguing 16 times, you’ll just give up the 17th Just back off, it will be good for your relationship to back off sometimes.”- Ralph, 70 years old.
5. Nurture your friendship:
“Friendship is the only thing that will keep your relationship going. Nurture the friendship you have with your partner, friendship will keep your relationship alive”. – Lidia, 73 years old.
6. Surround yourself with happy couples:
“Happy people, happy life-it’s that simple. When you’re constantly hanging around with people complaining about their marriage , you’ll start having bad thoughts about your marriage too,”- Jeremy, 80 years old.
7. Repeat their questions:
“Repeat their questions to be sure that you understood what your loved one has asked you. This way you’ll avoid a lot of arguments caused by misunderstanding.”- Lusia, 75 years old.
8. Help around the household:
“It doesn’t matter whose turn is it to wash the dishes. If you find that easy, wash them yourself. This way you’ll create a pleasant atmosphere and your partner will be grateful”.- Dilan, 84 years old.
9. Take a break:
“If you feel like the argument is going out of control, take a break. It’s better to calm down rather than saying things you don’t mean.”- Chan, 75 years old.
10. You must always learn:
“Always be open to trying and learning new things. Marriage is a process of learning all sorts of things”.- Samantha, 80 years old.
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